Staples rose to prominence with appearances on albums by Odd Future members and his collaborative mixtape titled Stolen Youth with Mac Miller, who produced the project. In October 2014, he released his debut EP Hell Can Wait, which included the singles "Hands Up" and "Blue Suede". His debut album, Summertime '06, was released on June 30, 2015, to critical acclaim. He was also featured as a part of the XXL 2015 Freshman Class.[3] His second album Big Fish Theory incorporates avant-garde, dance and electronic influences. It was released on June 23, 2017, to further acclaim from critics. He was also featured on Gorillaz's album Humanz. On November 2, 2018, Staples released his third studio album, FM!.
Jump off the Roof
Vince Staples Lyrics
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Love can make a bitch go crazy
Kiss, hug, fuck and then get faded
Fall out and it's all-out war
Head twirl and your vision blurry
Dopeman in that kitchen stirrin'
Sold it, we so lit, dope burners
Fuck is you so forgetful for?
Girl, you know that you need Visine
Green laced with that cocaín
Pop a pill, pop what's in them jeans
Cop a feel, cop a half sixteen
Pour a deuce up and then start leanin'
Tryin' to die higher than Pimp C
And Big Moe, you know how the shit go
(You know how the shit go)
I pray to God 'cause I need him, I need him, I need him
Cocaine withdrawals and I'm fiendin', I'm fiendin', I'm fiendin'
Life way too hard, am I dreamin'? I'm dreamin', I'm dreamin'
Highway to hell and I'm speedin', one way to tell if I'm breathin'
On three let's jump off the roof, on three let's jump off the roof
On three let's jump off the roof, on three let's jump off the roof
On three let's jump off the roof, on three let's jump off the roof
On three let's jump off the roof, on three let's jump off the roof
Baby girl love me, I love ya back
Just don't turn ya back on me
Though I'm borderline crazy, mama crack baby
Seizures come when I sleep
So just hold my hand darlin', don't wanna be
A part of your problem, just wanna sleep
Without my lungs stopping like they used to
I hate when you lie, I hate the truth too
Can't wait 'til you die, I hate that we through
Fuck around and get a man, leave him dead where he stand
With the blam', I ain't playin' with a mufucka
I was raised at the end of the land
With the surf and the sand, get a tan in this muhfucka
Wanna feel how you feel, if it's mine, then it's real
Then it's fine baby girl, I don't need a rubber
Nothing wrong in the world with another mother (you know how the shit go)
I pray to God cause I need him, I need him, I need him
Cocaine withdrawals and I'm fiendin', I'm fiendin', I'm fiendin'
Life way too hard, am I dreamin'? I'm dreamin', I'm dreamin'
Highway to hell and I'm speedin', one way to tell if I'm breathin'
On three let's jump off the roof, on three let's jump off the roof
On three let's jump off the roof, on three let's jump off the roof
On three let's jump off the roof, on three let's jump off the roof
On three let's jump off the roof, on three let's jump off the roof
If I told you, that I love you, would you care?
If I said I need you would you be right there
If I told you, that I love you, would you care?
If I said I need you would you be right there
Be right there (you know how the shit go)
I pray to God cause I need him, I need him, I need him
Cocaine withdrawals and I'm fiendin', I'm fiendin', I'm fiendin'
Life way too hard, am I dreamin'? I'm dreamin', I'm dreamin'
Highway to hell and I'm speedin', one way to tell if I'm breathin'
On three let's jump off the roof, on three let's jump off the roof
On three let's jump off the roof, on three let's jump off the roof
On three let's jump off the roof, on three let's jump off the roof
On three let's jump off the roof, on three let's jump off the roof
The song "Jump off the Roof" by Vince Staples featuring Snoh Aalegra is a melancholic reflection on drug addiction, pain, and love. The first verse talks about the dangerous, cyclic nature of addiction and how it can lead to fights and chaos. The references to cocaine, green laced with cocaín, pop a pill, and lean all suggest heavy drug use. Despite this, the addict is aware of the destructive force of addiction as demonstrated by the prayerful appeal to God in the chorus. The second verse is more introspective, with Vince speaking directly to his love interest. He opens up about his struggles with seizures and drug withdrawals, and how he wants her support, but also worries that he might be a burden to her. The chorus repeats the same prayerful plea for help from a higher power.
The song is a commentary on the cyclical nature of addiction and the helplessness that comes with it. Vince is expressing his vulnerability and admitting that he cannot overcome his problems alone, hence the prayerful tone of the chorus. The line "On three let's jump off the roof" can be interpreted as a metaphor for the final, drastic solution to a life of pain and addiction. The song is a poignant reminder of the devastating effects drugs can have on a person's life, and a call for help for those who are struggling with addiction.
Line by Line Meaning
What's your addiction, baby?
Asking about the singer's lover's addiction or obsession.
Love can make a bitch go crazy
Love can make someone lose their mind.
Kiss, hug, fuck and then get faded
Physical intimacy followed by getting high or drunk.
Fall out and it's all-out war
Fighting or arguing after a breakup or falling out.
Head twirl and your vision blurry
Feeling dizzy or lightheaded from drug use.
Dopeman in that kitchen stirrin'
Drug dealer in the kitchen cooking or preparing drugs.
Sold it, we so lit, dope burners
Selling drugs and getting high.
Fuck is you so forgetful for?
Questioning the lover's forgetfulness or carelessness.
Girl, you know that you need that raw
The artist's lover knows they need uncut or pure drugs.
Girl, you know that you need Visine
The artist's lover needs Visine eye drops due to drug use.
Green laced with that cocaín
Marijuana mixed with cocaine.
Pop a pill, pop what's in them jeans
Taking drugs and having sex.
Cop a feel, cop a half sixteen
Touching or feeling someone else's drugs, possibly stealing half of it.
Pour a deuce up and then start leanin'
Mixing a drink with cough syrup and getting high.
Tryin' to die higher than Pimp C
Trying to get higher than the rapper Pimp C who died from an overdose.
And Big Moe, you know how the shit go
Referring to another rapper who understands the lifestyle and drug use.
I pray to God 'cause I need him, I need him, I need him
The artist is desperate for God's help.
Cocaine withdrawals and I'm fiendin', I'm fiendin', I'm fiendin'
The singer is experiencing intense cravings for cocaine after stopping use.
Life way too hard, am I dreamin'? I'm dreamin', I'm dreamin'
The singer feels their life is a dream, but the struggle is all too real.
Highway to hell and I'm speedin', one way to tell if I'm breathin'
The artist is on a path to destruction and may not survive.
On three let's jump off the roof, on three let's jump off the roof
The artist wants to end their life by jumping off a roof.
Baby girl love me, I love ya back
The artist loves their lover back, despite their dangerous lifestyle.
Just don't turn ya back on me
The singer fears being betrayed by their lover.
Though I'm borderline crazy, mama crack baby
The artist has mental health issues and had a mother who used crack cocaine.
Seizures come when I sleep
The singer experiences seizures while sleeping, possibly from drug use.
So just hold my hand darlin', don't wanna be
The singer wants comfort and stability from their lover.
A part of your problem, just wanna sleep
The singer doesn't want to add to their lover's issues.
Without my lungs stopping like they used to
The artist fears dying from drug use, specifically respiratory failure.
I hate when you lie, I hate the truth too
The artist has trust issues with their lover.
Can't wait 'til you die, I hate that we through
The singer is resentful towards their lover and wishes they were dead, but also feels sad about the end of the relationship.
Fuck around and get a man, leave him dead where he stand
Threatening to harm someone who gets in the singer's way.
With the blam', I ain't playin' with a mufucka
The artist has a gun and is not afraid to use it.
I was raised at the end of the land
The artist grew up in a rough or isolated area.
With the surf and the sand, get a tan in this muhfucka
Despite the danger, the artist enjoys being near the beach or ocean.
Wanna feel how you feel, if it's mine, then it's real
The singer wants to experience the intense emotions their lover is feeling and considers their relationship to be genuine.
Then it's fine baby girl, I don't need a rubber
The artist trusts their lover and doesn't feel the need to use protection during sex.
Nothing wrong in the world with another mother (you know how the shit go)
Being with more than one woman is acceptable to the singer and their community.
If I told you, that I love you, would you care?
The singer wonders if their lover would reciprocate their feelings.
If I said I need you would you be right there
The singer wants to know if their lover would be there for them in a time of need.
Be right there (you know how the shit go)
The artist hopes their lover will always be there for them, knowing the lifestyle they lead.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Vince Staples, Ernest Wilson, Czeslaw Niemen, Snoh Nowrozi
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